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A1d: Open Beef Showmanship Class (Age 22+)Class shown on Sunday, August 27No entry fee, but must be on an entry form. No late entries accepted. Ribbons only.

Showmanship: 70% / Condition of Exhibit: 20% / Appearance of Exhibit: 10%

A1f: Jackpot Yearling HeiferOpen to registered or commercial heifers. (Class shown on Sunday, August 27)Entry fee: $25Entry Deadline: August 5th, 2017Prize Money: 1st 40%; 2nd 25%; 3rd 15%; (20% proceeds towards beef show)Judges: Doug and Katie Roxburgh, Bentley, ABA1g: Jackpot Bull CalfOpen to registered bull calves. (Class shown on Sunday, August 27)Entry fee: $25Entry Deadline: August 5th, 2017Prize Money: 1st 40%; 2nd 25%; 3rd 15%; (20% proceeds towards beef show)Judges: Doug and Katie Roxburgh, Bentley, ABSTALL DECORATING COMPETITION:Open for beef only. 1st (perpetual) Harry Giddings Memorial trophy. 2nd to 4th place Ribbons only.PREMIER EXHIBITOR: Aggregate points by breed. 1st 10 pts; 2nd 7 pts: 3rd 5 pts; 4th 2 ptsADDITIONAL BEEF CATTLE TROPHIES:

Angus Premier Exhibitor: George Shuhyta Memorial (Perpetual) BV Insurance Services (Keeper)Grand Champion Angus Female: Mike Vandermeulen Memorial (Perpetual), BV Insurance Services (Keeper)Grand Champion Angus Bull: Quick Haven Angus (Perpetual ) & Storey’s Ranch Ltd – (Keeper)Hereford Premier Exhibitor: Brook Memorial (Perpetual)Grand Champion Hereford Female: Lowell Davison Memorial (Perpetual)Limousin Premier Exhibitor: Sausage Factory (Perpetual)Grand Champion Limousin Male: Hilltop (Perpetual)Grand Champion Limousin Female: Nature’s Pantry (Perpetual)

Note: Breed-specific trophies are only awarded if the breed has enough entries and breeders to have its own show.A2: Open Dairy Cattle Contact: Jessica Culleton 250.877.8794Judge: TBAEntry fee: $15 (all classes) Entry Deadline: August 12th, 2017Prize Money: 1st $70, 2nd $60, 3rd $50Milking demonstrations TBA on Friday, Saturday and Sunday201 Open Showmanship with a Heifer

No entry fee - $50 to 1st place211 Open Showmanship with a Cow

No entry fee - $50 to 1st place221 Heifer calf (born Dec. 1, 2016-Feb. 28, 2017)231 Yearling Heifer CHAMPIONSHIP: Junior & Reserve (keeper)241 1st lactation milking cow251 Senior milking cow: 2nd lactation and older

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Using calves 1 month of age approximately, Calves for this class only can be brought in

Saturday morning before 9:00 am no entry fee, Ribbons onlySPONSORS: BV Dairymen, J+D Farmers Dairy Service Ltd, Mountain View Electric, Evelyn Mtn. View FarmsA3: Open GoatContact: Rhonda Stronks 250.846.5535Due to lack of entries in the past several years we are unable to offer our open goat classes this year. A4: Open SheepContact: Rhonda Stronks 250.846.5535Judge: Earl Jackson, Prince George, BC Entry fee: $10 / 4-H eligibleEntry Deadline: August 5th, 2017Show: 1 hour after 4-H Show (Approximately 12:30-1:00 pm)Prize Money (unless otherwise stated): 1st $25, 2nd $20, 3rd $15. Ribbons to 5th place.If only one entry in class, 1st place ribbon may be awarded but only 2nd place money.RULES:

All sheep must have CSIP/EID/RFID tags and the # must be listed on entry form.All sheep must be free from Keds and communicable diseasesSheep MUST be checked before unloadingSheep must be on the Fairgrounds between 1-3 pm Thursday. When arriving, check with the director/assistant before unloading.Class 403-426 MUST fill out an entry form and submit by deadline due to limited stalling.

CLASSES:401 Open Showmanship: No entry fee. Ribbons

only. Judged for:Showmanship: 70%Condition of exhibit: 20%Appearance of exhibit: 10%

402 Junior Showmanship – under 9 years as of Jan.1. No entry fee. Ribbons. TROPHY and class sponsored by Deer Ridge Farm.

403 Junior Class – Junior under 9 years. May show any animal. MUST BE ON ENTRY FORM. No entry fee. Ribbons.

TROPHY and class sponsored by Deer Ridge FarmUnregistered: Farm ID & CSIP/EID/RFID tag # required on entry form404 Grade ram lamb405 Grade yearling ram406 Grade ram, 2 years and overRegistered: Registration and tattoo # required on entry form407 Ram lamb408 Yearling ram409 Ram, 2 years and overCHAMPIONSHIP: Grand & Reserve Ram (Top 2 from each class) – Ribbons onlySUPREME CHAMPION RAM: both Registered and Grade Champion Rams will return to the ring to be judged for overall Supreme RamTROPHY Donated by Windy Ridge ContractingUnregistered: Farm ID & CSIP/EID/RFID tag # required on entry form410 Ewe lamb 411 Yearling ewe412 Ewe, 2 years and overCHAMPIONSHIP: Grand & Reserve Grade Ewe

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(top 2 from each class) Ribbons TROPHY: Grand Champion Grade Ewe – Eljira SuffolksRegistered: Registration and tattoo # required on entry form 413 Ewe lamb414 Yearling ewe415 Ewe, 2 years and overCHAMPIONSHIP: Grand & Reserve Registered Ewe (Top two from each class)–Ribbons only. SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP: Both Grand Champion Ewes will return to the ring to be judged for overall Supreme Ewe. Ribbon.TROPHY: Supreme Champion Ewe–Kal Tire416 Ewe with 2017 lamb(s) at side. Judged as a unit.

(Ewe must be shown in a previous class.)417 Progeny of Dam (2 animals any sex, offspring

only).418 Pen of 3 ewe lambs419 Breeder’s Flock (Group of 4 bred and owned

by the exhibitor, both sexes represented. Each animal previously exhibited in one of the above classes)

420 Market lamb (4-H Eligible)421 Pen of 3 market lambs (4-H Eligible)GRAND CHALLENGE COMPETITIONA three-year class for females born in BC. The same animal must be shown for three consecutive years, starting as a lamb. Eartags will be the identification method. Points will be awarded each year for placings, with double points the third year. Winner will be decided on total points for three years. Prize money will be paid to 3 placings, with all entry fees plus added money being split 60%, 25% and 15%. Entry fee $20. Additional prize money sponsored by: Dr. F. Strauss422 2017 lamb423 2016 lamb shown as a yearling424 2015 lamb shown as a ewe, with 2017 lamb(s)

at side425 Costume Class: Sheep and showman dressed

in a specific theme. Ribbons only. Entry fee: non-perishable item for food bank. To be brought at show time.

426 Fleece CompetitionRules: All fleeces must be in natural unwashed (before or after shearing) condition. All fleeces must be rolled. Excess moisture, vegetation or other foreign matter will be penalized. Unsuitable fleeces will be disqualified. Take to Hall Thursday for display.Prize: 1st $15; 2nd $10. Other placing, ribbons only.Entry fee: $5PREMIER EXHIBITOR: Aggregate points. Ribbon sponsored by Dr. F. Strauss (1st 10 pts; 2nd 7 pts; 3rd 5 pts; 4th 2 pts.) A5: Open Poultry, Waterfowl & PigeonsContact: BVX Office (250) 847-3816Division Barn Manager: Naiomi Carroll Judge: Norma Kerby, Terrace, BCEntry fee: Poultry, Waterfowl: $1.50 per entry. Pigeons: $1 per entry.Entry Deadline: August 5th, 2017RULES:

All birds must be owned, not less than 30 days prior to show, by the exhibitor.All Birds must be inspected prior to cooping. All birds must be in good health, clean and free of leg mites.Poultry feed donated by Smithers Feed Store. All exhibitors will be responsible for feeding and watering their own exhibits by 9:00 am.

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An exhibitor can enter a maximum of two birds in a class. Exhibitors can provide containers.Pigeon exhibitors must provide their own feed.Exhibitors must specify breed and variety in all classes on entry form.For a list of Light and Heavy Breeds go to www.bvfair.ca/exhibition/prizebookAll poultry MUST remain in their cages during the fair.Drop off and inspections between 8 am and 10 am Thursday. All poulztry must be caged by 11 am.Judging starts 1pm Thursday. Trophies and ribbons to be handed out after judging.No poultry to leave show area until 4 pm Sunday. All animals must be removed by 6 pm Sunday.All pens must be cleaned before exhibitor leaves.

PRIZE MONEY:Poultry, Waterfowl: 1st $10; 2nd $5; 3rd $3Pigeons: 1st $3; 2nd $2 Poultry 502 & 503: 1st $20; 2nd $10; 3rd $5 Sponsored by Daybreak Farms (Terrace) Ltd. If only one entry in class, 1st place ribbon may be awarded but only 2nd place money.POULTRY:501 Chicken pullets, any type, 2 birds502 Laying hen, light - 5 lbs and under503 Laying hen, heavy504 Cockerel or Rooster, light - 6 lbs and under505 Cockerel or Rooster, heavy506 Pair of standard size chickens (male and female)507 Pair of Bantam chickens (male and female)508 Single Bantam male509 Single Bantam female510 Mother and Young, any breed, any fowl

(young to be maximum of 4 weeks old)511 Pair of Turkeys (male and female)512 Pair of Pheasants (male and female)513 Pair of Guinea Fowl (male & female) 514 Pair of Quail (male and female)WATERFOWL:515 Pair of Ducks (male and female)516 Pair of Geese (male and female)PIGEONS:517 Pair Fancy (male and female)518 Pair Racing Homer (male and female)TROPHIES:Best Hen: A-Z PlayhouseBest Rooster: PRT Summit NurseryMost points Classes 501–513 - $25 Award Sponsored by Calderwood RealtyMost points Classes 501- 518 Junior Exhibitor (under 19 yrs) - $ 25 Award Sponsored by Calderwood RealtyOTHER SPONSORS: Christina Johnstone, West Fraser Concrete, EJ Poultry VaRareitiesA6: Open Rabbits & Guinea PigsContact: BVX Office (250) 847-3816Judge: Solveig Adair, Terrace, BCEntry fee: $1.50 per entryEntry Deadline: August 5th 2017Prizes: 1st $10; 2nd $5; 3rd $3If only one entry in class, 1st place ribbon may be awarded but only 2nd place money.RULES:

All rabbits and guinea pigs shown must be owned by the exhibitor, not less than 30 days prior to show.All Rabbit and Guinea pigs must be inspected prior to penning. All animals must be in good health, clean and free of ear mites..

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CLASSES: Trophies for Classes 601-603 Sponsored by Calderwood Realty601 Open rabbit junior showmanship. Exhibitors

9 years and under last December 31. No entry fee, ribbon only. Trophy for 1st/ribbons to rest

602 Open rabbit showmanship (ages 10 and up). No entry fee. Trophy for 1st/ribbons to rest

603 Junior class rabbit: Any rabbit – Exhibitor 9 years and under last December 31. No entry fee. Trophy for 1st/ribbons to rest

Rabbits – Standard and Large Size:PUREBRED604 Buck over 6 months605 Doe over 6 months606 Buck under 6 months607 Doe under 6 months608 Doe with litter (litter must be min. 6 wks.)609 Pen of 3CROSSBRED610 Buck over 6 months611 Doe over 6 months612 Buck under 6 months613 Doe under 6 months614 Doe with litter (litter must be min. 6 wks.)615 Pen of 3Rabbits – Mini and Dwarf Size:PUREBRED616 Buck over 6 months 617 Doe over 6 months618 Buck under 6 months619 Doe under 6 months620 Doe with litter (litter must be min. 6 wks.)621 Pen of 3CROSSBRED622 Buck over 6 months623 Doe over 6 months624 Buck under 6 months625 Doe under 6 months626 Doe with litter (litter must be min. 6 wks.)627 Pen of 3Guinea Pigs:628 Sow 629 Boar630 Sow with litterBest Rabbit Buck: Bulkley Valley Home Centre Ltd. (Telkwa)

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A7: Open SwineContact: Paula Dieleman 250.846.5305Judge: Doug Roxburgh, Bentley, AlbertaEntry fee: $10 (4-H eligible) Judge: Doug Roxburgh, Bentley, AlbertaShow: Friday 2:00 PM immediately following 4-H showPrize Money: 1st $25, 2nd $20, 3rd $15RULES: If only one entry in class, 1st place ribbon will be awarded but only 2nd place money.701 Open Showmanship (No entry fee, ribbons only)702 Market Hog703 Yearling Gilt704 Sow and Litter705 Pen of 3 Weaner Pigs (6-8 wks old)SPONSORS: J. P. & Sons Ranch, Rick and Arlene Huisman, and Old Iron Farms & Apiary

DIAMONDSmithers Feed Store

PLATINUMPacific Inland Resources

GOLDBV DairymenNewproThompson Creek Cattle Corp

SILVER SPONSORAlpenhornAndersen Vet Services Ltd.BC Livestock ProducersExtra FoodsGlen Dale Agra Services Ltd.J&D Farmers Dairy Service Ltd.Johnstone, ChristinaKelly Mattson, Realtor Calderwood RealtyMountain View ElectricNorthwest Fuels Limited PRT Summit NurseryVanderhoof Co-op & DistrictYellowhead Hereford Breeders

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2016 BEEF CATTLE TROPHY WINNERSTOP JUNIOR IN JUNIOR BEEF SHOW / Carli WardropJUNIOR CLASS HEIFER CALF / Carli WardropJUNIOR CLASS YEARLING HEIFER / Breanna HimechJUNIOR CLASS BEST PAIR OF FEMALES/ Madalie GooldJUNIOR CLASS BEST FEMALE WITH 2016 CALF / Carli WardropJUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP / Michaiah BarkerINTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP / Tyrell McEwenSENIOR SHOWMANSHIP / Carli WardropGRAND CHAMPION ANGUS FEMALE / Carli WardropGRAND CHAMPION ANGUS BULL / Red Moon AngusANGUS PREMIER EXHIBITOR / Red Moon AngusSIMMENTAL PREMIER EXHIBITOR / Crosby Cattle

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DiviSiOn H: 4-H ACHievement Sponsored by the Bulkley Valley Exhibition, Shooting Star Amusements, Driftwood Diamond Drilling4-H Coordinator: Lois Taylor 250.847.3692/loist@bulkley.netLivestock weigh-in times: Thursday, August 24: Beef: 9–12 noon/Sheep: 1–3 pm/(Market lambs 12:30 main scale) Swine: 3–4 pmSHOW TIMES:Monday, August 21

Horse Showmanship & Project classes: 9 amTuesday, August 22

Horse Showmanship & Project classes: 9 amCloverbuds: Scrapbooks to club leader by Aug. 22

Wednesday, August 23Poultry & Rabbits: Poultry 1 pm/ Rabbit 1 pm

Thursday, August 24Sheep, Swine and Beef Arrival

Friday, August 25Beef: 8:30 am / Sheep: 9:00 am / Swine: 2:00 pm

Saturday, August 26Auction sale: 2:00 pm

Sunday, August 274-H Dog project: 12-2 pm4-H Awards Presentations: 3 pm

Showmanship CompetitionsShowmanship: 70%Condition of exhibit: 20%Appearance of exhibit: 10%

4-H Rules and Regulations / Entry and Passes:All classes are on an inter-club basis where applicable. Open to all 4-H members only.Out of District 4-H projects must be entered by the 4-H Club Leader and must be received by the 4-H Fair Coordinator (Lois Taylor) no later than July 15th.All BV 4-H projects will be reviewed by the 4-H Club Leader and the 4-H Fair Coordinator no later than the July Council meeting, based on club registrations.4-H members may enter their projects in open classes by paying the entry fee and completing the open class entry form, on their own.All camping unit passes are requested by the 4-H Fair coordinator in club groups and fees are the responsibility of the individual member/family. 4-H passes will be provided to leaders for distribution to participating 4-H members and leaders only. Parents and siblings must purchase appropriate passes at the Fair office prior to entry to the grounds. Wrist bands must be worn and lack of a wrist band will result in no grounds entry. NO ANIMALS allowed in the camping areas, under any circumstances.

Housing:Stabling for horse projects is the responsibility of individual members and clubs. Stable forms must be filled out and Stall Cleaning Deposit attached.4-H projects will be allocated stalls, pens, cages or tables by the 4-H Coordinator.No changes can be made to stalls, pens or cages until such changes are first cleared by the 4-H Fair Coordinator.Cloverbud projects will be collected by club leaders and set up by the club designated leader on Tuesday, August 22, by 4 pm (Should be coordinated with the 4-H coordinator).All livestock (with the exception of Poultry and Rabbits) are to be in the barns no earlier than 9 am and no later than 12 Noon for Beef; 1 – 3 pm for Sheep, 3 – 4 pm for Swine on Thursday, August 24. (As per weighing times).All barns, stalls, pens and cages must be cleaned before leaving the Fair grounds.

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Horse: Riding helmets must be worn at all times when mounted. Horses are NOT PERMITTED in the camping area for any reason or at any time.Horse show will follow BC Horse Council rules, and BV District policies.No artificial aids (spurs, whips, etc.) may be used.

H1: 4-H BeefJudge: Doug Roxburgh, Bentley, AlbertaCard Judging: Thursday 5:00 PM – Beef 4-H Members4-H BEEF SHOWMANSHIPShow Time: 9:00 am – Friday, August 25101 Senior Showmanship: In memory of Graeme

Johnstone, Sponsored by Christina Johnstone102 Intermediate Showmanship: Deer Ridge

Farm (R & D Purnell) – (Keeper). Leann Mohle: (Perpetual)

103 Junior Showmanship: Smithers Feed Store– (Keeper)

Top showman from each class will receive $50 from Bruhjell Memorial Fund (Senior Council)4-H BEEF PROJECTSWeight divisions (light/medium/heavy) to be decided by 4-H Coordinator after weigh-in.104a Lightweight Market steers (under 20 mos). 104b Mediumweight Market steers (under 20 mos). 104c Heavyweight Market steers (under 20 mos). CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS: Grand & Reserve Steer (Top 2 steers from each weight division)Trophies:

1st place Lightweight Steer – Rita Giddings Memorial (Perpetual), Kispiox Valley Farmers’ Institute (Keeper)1st place Mediumweight Steer – Coyote Cattle Co.1st place Heavyweight Steer – Thompson Creek Cattle Corp.Grand Champion Market Steer – CIBCReserve Champion Market Steer– E.A. StrimboldTop place straight bred Hereford Steer–O.G. Halvorson Cattle Co.Top place straight bred or cross bred Angus Steer (from one purebred parent) – Central Interior Angus Association

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(The following two classes must be signed up before 8 am Friday)105 Group of 4 steers–Woodmere Cattle106 Pair of Steers–Re/max Houston107 2017 bull calf108 2017 heifer calf109 Yearling heifer Born 2016, class to be

determined by entries (class may be split [by age] as necessary).

110 2-year-old cow born 2015 with 2017 calf at foot. Cow and calf to be judged as a unit.

111 Cow born prior to 2015 with 2017 calf at foot. Cow and calf to be judged as a unit.

CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS: Grand & Reserve FemaleTrophies:

Top place straight bred or cross bred Angus Female (from one purebred parent) – Central Interior Angus AssociationTop Angus or Angus cross Yearling Heifer– Poplar Meadows AngusTop Angus or Angus cross Cow/calf–Poplar Meadows AngusGrand Champion Female–L.B. Warner Memorial, (Keeper) – Calderwood RealtyRes. Champion Female–Rugged Edge HoldingsSr. Aggregate Beef Member (total points from one project, showmanship and judging). Perpetual and Keeper – Pleasant Valley Cattlemens’ AssociationJr. Aggregate Beef Member–Scotia BankSr. Beef Judge: BC Hydro (Perpetual), Christina Johnstone (Keeper)Jr. Beef Judge: Salem ContractingAdditional show sponsorship: Smithers Family Chiropractic, Bulkley Cleaners, Thompson Creek Cattle Corp.

4-H BEEF FEMALE FUTURITY–Added prize money sponsored by: Paul Trobak Memorial Fund, Vallee Creek HerefordsEntry fee $10 each. Must be pre-registered on general livestock entry form. 201 Heifer born 2016202 Heifer born 2015 with a 2017 calf203 Heifer born 2014 with a 2017 calfA three-year competition for 4-H female beef projects. The same animal must be shown for three consecutive years. Points will be awarded each year. Winner will be decided on total points for three years. Prize money will be paid to three placings, with all entry fees plus added prize money being split 60%, 25% and 15%. (201 & 202 must have been 4H registered units in the appropriate years). H2: 4-H SheepJudge: Earl Jackson, Prince George, BCCard Judging: Thursday - 5:00 pm Sheep 4H members Showmanship and Conformation classes: 9:00 am–Friday, August 254-H SHEEP SHOWMANSHIP301 Sr. Showmanship (13+ as of Dec. 31st)303 Jr. Showmanship (9-12 as of Dec 31st)Trophies:

Sr. Sheep Showmanship – South Hazelton Women’s Institute – Robertson AcresJr. Sheep Showmanship – Eljira Suffolks (Stronks) – Robertson Acres

4-H SHEEP PROJECTS304 Unit 1 Market lamb 305 Unit 2 Ewe lamb306 Unit 3 Yearling lamb 307 Unit 4 Ewe with lamb(s)CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS – Grand & Reserve Female4-H Sheep Trophies:

Grand Champion Market Lamb – Hamming’s Butcher ShopRes. Champion Market Lamb – Rugged Edge HoldingsGrand Champion Ewe Lamb – Bulkley Electric & BC Purebred Sheep Association: $25 prize money

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Res. Champion Ewe Lamb – Four L Farm (The Lapadat Family)Grand Champion Ewe – Dewey Cummins MemorialTop Suffolk or Suffolk X Market Lamb – Two Bridge Ranch

Aggregate and Judging Trophies, 4-H Sheep:Sr. Sheep Judge – Bill & Barb Bryant Memorial (Perpetual & Keeper) Jennifer MulderJr. Sheep Judge – Stringfellow FamilyAggregate Sheep (total points from 1 project, showmanship and judging) – Dave & Kathy Wilford

H3: 4-H RabbitJudge: Solveig Adair, TerraceRabbit arrival times: 8 am – 10 am Wed., Aug. 23Card Judging: Wed. 11:30 am – 4-H Rabbit MembersShowmanship and Conformation classes: 1pm101 Rabbit Showmanship (Jr)102 Rabbit Showmanship (Sr)103a Unit I–Commercial type breeding stock (Buck Class)103b Unit I–Commercial type breeding stock (Doe Class)104a Unit II–Fancy type breeding stock (Buck Class)104b Unit II–Fancy type breeding stock (Doe Class)105 Unit IV–Doe with litter106a Unit VII–Replacement project (Jr. Buck Class)106b Unit VII–Replacement project (Jr. Doe Class)107 Best Groomed Rabbit (keeper) Calderwood

Realty (Trophy)Aggregate Trophies, 4-H Rabbit:Sr. Rabbit Aggregate – Reays’ RabbitryJr. Rabbit Aggregate – Wayne and Lisa ReayH4: 4-H Poultry Judge: Norma Kerby, Terrace, BCPoultry arrival times: 8 am – 10 am Wed, Aug. 23Card Judging: Wed. 12:00 Noon – 4-H Poultry MembersShowmanship and Conformation classes: 1pm101 Poultry showmanship (Jr. Class)102 Poultry showmanship (Sr. Class)103 Unit 1 Exploring the Poultry Project104 Unit 2 Beginning Poultry Breeder (Trio to be shown)105 Unit 3 Breeder Replacement Stock (Trio to be shown)106 Poultry Showmanship In Hand (all ages)–

Sandra Hinchliffe–Re/Max Bulkley Valley 107 Best 4H Bird in Show–Four L Farm (The

Lapadat Family)Aggregate Trophies, 4-H PoultrySr. Poultry Aggregate–Charles McClary–Re/Max Bulkley ValleyJr. Poultry Aggregate–Suskwa Valley VegetablesH5: 4-H HorseJudge: TBAIn Main Ring, Starting at 9 am Monday, August 21 and Tuesday, August 22 – Showmanship and Project classes. All Pre-junior entrants must have current BC Horse Council membership.4-H members showing in the BV Exhibition Light Horse show must arrange stalls with the Light Horse Division.4-H HORSE PROJECTSAll horse members must show in correct Western or English attire. In this 4-H Show, senior horses can be ridden with either a curb or snaffle and “two handed”. Riding helmets must be worn at all times when mounted.4-H HORSE SHOWMANSHIP601 In Hand Showmanship (Unit 10 Projects)602 In Hand Showmanship (Unit 9 Projects)603 Pre-Junior Showmanship 604 Jr. Showmanship (9–12 as of Dec 31st)605 Int. Showmanship (13–14 as of Dec. 31st)606 Sr. Showmanship (15+ as of Dec 31st)

4-H HORSE HALTER607 Unit 11 Broodmare and Foal608 Unit 10 2 or 3-year-old Horse (in-hand)609 Unit 9 Yearling

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(Perpetual) Hairs To You (Keeper) 702 Jr. Showmanship (9-12 as of Dec. 31st)

JP and Sons Ranch (Perpetual & Keeper)4-H Swine Projects704 Unit 1 Market Hog705 Unit 2 Breeding Gilt706 Unit 3 Sow and Litter707 Best Groomed Swine – Prizes Sponsored by

Robertson AcresGrand Champion Market Hog–(Perpetual) Rick

and Arlene Huisman (Keeper)Res. Champion Market Hog–Swallow Haven FarmAggregate Trophies:Senior Swine Aggregate–JP and Sons RanchJunior Swine Aggregate–Holly Ridge Farm

H8: 4-H Cloverbuds4 pm Tuesdays (scrapbooks to be handed into leader)Open to registered 4-H Cloverbud members. Age 6-8 years inclusive901 Unit 1 / 902 Unit 2 / 903 Unit 3 / 904 Unit 4H9: 4H DogJudge: TBA 101 Unit 1 Beginner Novice (Obedience)H10: Crafts/Leather Craft102 Unit 3 The Assembly of Leather Articles103 Unit 4 Designing Leather Articles104 Unit 5 Decorating Leather with DyeH11: 4H Goat (nOt in 2017)

H12: 4H Cavy101 Jr. Showmanship 102 Sr. Showmanship103 Classes to be determined4-H entry FormPlease Note: Bulkley Valley 4-H has the following policy for taking 4-H members’ entries to the BV Exhibition: District BV 4-H Clubs will be entered at a District Council Meeting to be held in July. Members are responsible for ensuring that their leader is aware of the classes they wish to enter. Out-of-district 4-H members are welcome to enter by contacting the 4-H Coordinator by July 15, 2017. Out-of-district 4-H entries wanting to enter Open Classes must also fill in the Open Entry Form and send it directly to the Fair Office. Please copy or download additional forms (www.bvfair.ca) and include every animal that a member is bringing.

4-H SPONSORSDIAMOND SPONSOR

Shooting Star AmusementsSmithers Feed Store

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Driftwood Diamond Drilling Ltd.

SILVER SPONSORArrow Mining Services Inc.Tom & Helen Britton BV Bobcat ServicesBV Insurance ServicesRugged Edge HoldingsScotia Bank

BRONZE SPONSORBC Purebred Sheep BreedersBell Brothers Contracting Ltd.Jennifer MulderBulkley CleanersBulkley ElectricBV Cattlemen’s Assn.Calderwood RealtyCanadian Imperial Bank of CommerceCoyote Cattle Co. Ltd.Deer Ridge FarmDewey Cummins MemorialE.A. Strimbold Ltd.Eljira SuffolksFour L FarmFYIdoctors - SmithersGlacier Creek RanchGoold FamilyGweek Riding CentreHair’s To YouHammings Butcher Shop

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Lambs Chelsea ForsythHoskins FordTrails NorthHamming Butcher ShopSullivan Motor ProductsPeterbuilt (Houston)BV Credit UnionVanderhoof & Districts Co-opSmithers Sausage FactoryQuick EatsJesse Forsyth

HogsHoskins FordRiddeck Creek EnterprisesCoast Mountain GMWendy SiemensTurcotte Bros ContractingNorthway Motor Inn

Mattson ContractingBulkley ElectricWindy Ridge Contracting

BeefMHC ContractingWolf Ridge ContractingMeints Bros ContractingA Aslin ContractingGlacier ElectricHoskins FordWest Fraser ConcreteVanderhoof & Districts Co-opRugged Edge HoldingsNorthway Motor InnTriantha EnterprisesLVN ContractingBandstra Transportation

Systems LtdGiddings, MacEachern Law

Smithers Feed StoreSmithers Sausage FactoryGus Poirier ContractingBV Credit UnionAndy Meints ContractingTurcotte Bros ContractingRosco HaulingNadina Truck ServicesBabine Animal HospitalTrails NorthSullivan Motor ProductsWest Fraser SawmillDaybreak Farms

Grand Champion Goat W DIAMOND RANCH

THANK YOU TO OUR 2016 BUYERS…

Grand Champion lamb

DAYBREAK FARMS

Grand Champion HOG

SMITHERS SAUSAGE FACTORY

Grand Champion Steer

BABINE TRUCK EQUIPMENT

WELCOME TO THE 2017 4H LIVE AUCTION!Saturday August 26th, 2017 – 2:00 PM in the bvx Livestock Rings

Featuring quality home raised 4H Projects from the BV District – over 110 members strong…

— EVELYN 4H CLUB — QUICK COMMUNITY 4H CLUB — — MID VALLEY 4H CLUB — TOPLEY 4H CLUB

For your consideration: Beef, Lamb and Hog.

Come watch the 4H shows Friday starting at 9:00 AM beef, 9:00 AM sheep AND 2:00 Pm HOGS

Contact Lois Taylor 250.847.3692 or loist@bulkley.net if you have any questions on how to participate in this auction.

Thank you to our Auctioneer; Charlie McClary representing McClary Stockyards Ltd.And to our office staff, bid catchers, ring staff and announcer!

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DDiviSiOn D: DRAFtHORSeShow Secretary: Sally Koch Announcer: Jenny DeJongJudge: Darwin Krebs, Didsbury, ABContact: Glen Kerr 250.846.5434/

Anika Gattiker 250.846.5494We are again sponsoring a stall-decorating contest. We urge each exhibitor to take part. Prizes will be awarded to all participants. GENERAL RULES

Entries will close Saturday, August 19th, 2017. All entries to include full payment for: events, stabling, camping etc. You may submit your entries online at bvfair.ca, or if you use the draft horse entry form, please note that correctly completed forms will be given priority. All entry forms must be signed in order to validate the entry. Unsigned forms will not be processed. Mail entries to BV Exhibition, Draft Horse Division, Box 2281, Smithers, BC, V0J 2N0. Post entries will be accepted up to 12 hours before show at double entry fee. BC Championship Pull limited to 18 entries by order of entries received. All teams entering the BC Championship Pull must enter at least two non-pulling classes (1 halter class/1 driving event or 2 driving events.Entry fee is 10% of first prize money. Pull: $50 per team. Single Pull: $25.Every effort will be made to have the prize money mailed out within 30 days after the end of the exhibition.All horses must be stalled during fair hours. Tie stalls $10/weekend, Box stall $15/weekend +GST. Box stalls will be reserved for stallions and mares with foals. Stalls will be allotted primarily in order of entries. $20/tie stall, $40/box stall will be deducted from prize money if stalls are left dirty. Exhibitors must purchase an Exhibitor’s Pass at $15 per exhibitor. On-ground camping fee is $30. All fees must accompany entry forms. NSF cheques: $25 service charge.If there is only one entry in a class, prize money will be paid as awarded by judge. If judged as 1st Place, payout will be paid accordingly.Age of horses shall date from January 1st of the year in which they are foaled.All animals entered in registered classes must be recorded in the record or stud book specified. Registration papers must be attached to the entry form. No exceptions. Current year animals do not require registration certificates but proof of eligibility must be attached to the entry form. No exceptions. Horses must be named: “entry” is not acceptable.No horse competing in any class admitted to the show ring shall leave such ring until all prizes for the class shown are awarded.Proper attire required for all classes.Any horse not sufficiently under control shall be asked to leave the ring.All foals must be exhibited on the halter. Mares may accompany foals into the ring if desired by the exhibitor.Header permitted in hitch classes.Judge’s decision is final.Get of Sire: registered sires only. Entries to be made in the name of the Sire.

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D1: Halter Classes Grade Draft Horses, All BreedsFriday, August 25th, 2017, Noon in Rodeo Ring. For any recognized draft horse breed, grade only.Prize Money: 1st $40; 2nd $30; 3rd $20; 4th $10

Broodmare, with foal at sideFoals and yearlings, any sexLight draft mare or gelding, 1600 lbs. and underHeavy draft mare or gelding, over 1600 lbs.Grand and Reserve Champion unregistered horse (1st and 2nd place winners from above classes, ribbons only)Junior showmanship (Ribbons only). Open to juniors only. A junior is anyone who has not passed his/her 18th birthday as of Jan 1st of the current year.

Appearance: 20 pointsShowing the animals: 60 pointsAppearance of the animal: 20 points

Mule in halterSenior showmanship (Ribbons only)Junior mane and tail decorating. 30 minutes allowed. (Ribbons only)

D2, D3 & D4: Registered Halter ClassesPrize Money: 1st $80; 2nd $75; 3rd $60; 4th $50; D2 — BelgiansD3 — Any other breedD4 — PercheronsBel / AOB / Per2-01/3-01/4-01 Geldings any age 2-02/3-02/4-02 Broodmare, must be shown with

foal at side2-03/3-03/4-03 Foal of current year, filly or colt2-04/3-04/4-04 Stallion foaled in 20162-05/3-05/4-05 Stallion foaled in 20152-06/3-06/4-06 Junior Champion & Reserve

Stallion (1st & 2nd from classes 2-03 to 4-05, ribbons only)

2-07/3-07/4-07 Stallion foaled in 2014 or earlier2-08/3-08/4-08 Grand Champion & Reserve Stallion

(1st & 2nd from classes 2-06 to 4-07, ribbons only)2-09/3-09/4-09 Filly foaled in 20162-10/3-10/4-10 Filly foaled in 20152-11/3-11/4-11 Junior Champion & Reserve Filly

(1st & 2nd from classes 2-03, 2-09, 2-10, 3-03, 3-09, 3-10, 4-03, 4-09, 4-10, ribbons only)

2-12/3-12/4-12 Filly foaled in 20142-13/3-13/4-13 Yeld mare foaled in 2013 or earlier2-14/3-14/4-14 Senior Champion & Reserve Mare

(1st & 2nd from classes 2-12 to 4-13, ribbons only)2-15/3-15/4-15 Grand Champion & Reserve Mare

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2-19 Costume Class *NEW* open to any recognized draft horse breed, grade or registered. Horse can be shown in hand or ridden.

DRAFT HORSE LOG SKIDDING RULESNo multiple uses of teams. Teamster may enter as many teams as he or she desires as long as entry fees are paid for each team. The judge will meet with teamsters prior to competition to go over the rules.THE COURSE:

Parallel Lines 32 ft. apartEnd lines or closed end 16 ft. from last pylon.Distance between pylons to be 16 ft.Log to be 16 ft. long. If pylons are moved during contest, the Judge to reset. Timing optional.

PENALTIES:Each teamster starts contest with 100 points. 5 points will be deducted for each of the following:

Team steps on or over lineTeamster steps on or over lineTeam, teamster or rigging touches line or pylonsLogs touch pylons or sideline

DISQUALIFICATION: Riding on logs.Arguing with the Judge.Swearing, whipping, slapping or rippling of reins.If off course or breaking pattern.Pre-marking of stops.Passing of lines over pylons or walking on the wrong side of the pylon (pylons are to be thought of as tall trees).

STOPS:On stops of 3 feet, 2 feet and 1 foot, a penalty point will be assessed for each inch under or over on each stop; teamster will be scored to the closest inch. Only one pull allowed for each stop and movement of logs constitutes a pull.SCOREKEEPING:Total points will be announced after each team has gone through the course. The team with the highest number of points wins. In the case of a tie, the judge will make the decision. THE JUDGE’S DECISION IS FINAL.D5: eventsSaturday, August 26th, 2017, 9 am in Rodeo RingWeigh-in, 8 am5-02 Light Draft Team on wagon (3200 lbs and

under) hitched to a suitable vehicle. (Judge and Ring Steward’s instructions.)

Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-03 Heavy Draft Team on wagon (over 3200 lbs)

(same requirements as class 5-02) Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-04 Junior Driver (same requirements as class 5-

02) Prize Money: 1st $60; 2nd $40; 3rd $30; 4th $205-05 Junior Cart Class (Judge and Ring Steward’s

instructions) Prize Money: 1st $60; 2nd $40; 3rd $30; 4th $205-06 Ladies’ Cart Class (Judge and Ring

Steward’s instructions) Prize Money: 1st $60; 2nd $40; 3rd $30; 4th $20 No cross entries (may be waived at Show

Committees discretion)5-07 Gentlemen’s Cart Class (Judge and Ring

Steward’s instructions) Prize Money: 1st $60; 2nd $40; 3rd $30; 4th $205-08 Junior Log Skidding Competition — open

to any draft team of horses (Rules and instructions will be posted)

Prize Money: 1st $60; 2nd $40; 3rd $30; 4th $20

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5-09 Log Skidding Competition — open to any draft team of horses (Rules and instructions will be posted)

Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-10 Single Horse Pull (Rules and instructions

will be posted) Prize Money: 1st $300; 2nd $200; 3rd $100

Sunday, August 27th 2017, 8:30 am in the Rodeo Ring5-11 Teamster Competition–hitched to a suitable

vehicle (Instructions will be posted) Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $25 No cross entries (may be waived at Show

Committees discretion)5-12 Ladies’ Team Driving Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-13 Team of Registered Mares. Proof of

registration required. (Judge and Ring Steward’s instructions)

Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-14 Unicorn Hitch (Judge and Ring Steward’s

instructions) Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-15 Four-Horse Hitch-exhibitors may combine

to make up a four-horse hitch. (Judge and Ring Steward’s instructions)

Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-16 Six-Horse Hitch. Same requirements as class 5-16 Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $255-17 Chore Team Fun Class Prize Money: 1st $100; 2nd $75; 3rd $50; 4th $25D6: BC Championship PullSunday, August 27th, 2017 1 pm, in the Rodeo RingCommittee: Glen Kerr, Anika Gattiker, Bryan Semeschuk, Mark Adamson and the ring stewardPrize Money: $7,500Approximate figures for prize money1st $2,000; 2nd $1,400; 3rd $700; 4th $500; 5th $400; 6th $300; 7th $250; 8th $200; 9th $150; 10th $100

Limited to 18 entries by order of entries received.Minimum $100 for one legal pull.Cash will be divided among top ten entrants. Open to any team of draft horses.Rules will be posted.1st place prize sponsored by Shooting Star Amusements

PULL REGULATIONSPull must be held in a secure area where general public is protected.Only entered competitors, hookers, headers and officials allowed in pulling area.Boundary lines 16 ft. apart. Length of pull 14 ft.Off set double trees and neck yokes are allowed.Each teamster is allowed two helpers. If helpers coach or interfere in any way, team will be disqualified. Header must leave the pulling boundary lines; teamster and hooker must remain behind hindquarters of horse.Either teamster or hooker may ride front of the boat. There shall be no riding in the boat.Once the team has been hooked to the boat, they must stay between the boundary lines.Team allowed two tries to move the boat 14 feet. An unsuccessful attempt by the teamster to start the team constitutes one try. A boat moved six inches forward constitutes a pull.Line rule waived for the first 3 pulls.The pin and chain laid out flat measures 14 feet. Pin must be out completely to qualify as a pull.Deliberate stalling will result in disqualification. Judge to warn teamsters once.Deliberate jerking of load is prohibited. Team will be disqualified and will revert to previous weight pulled. Judge will warn teamsters once.

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PLATINUM SPONSORCanforHankin Peak ContractingLicence to Cut ContractingMonster IndustriesPro-Tech Forest Resources Ltd.West Fraser MillsWilson Bros. Enterprises Ltd.Carl Syedlich

GOLD SPONSORAndy Meints Contracting Ltd.Apex Sand and Media BlastingBabine Truck and EquipmentBlastpro Construction Ltd.Brandt TractorCanadian HelicoptersCarroll and Sons Contracting LtdChris BurnsGradeline ExcavatingJohn Himech Logging Ltd.Jon Henry ContractingNorth Star PerformanceNorth Country RentalsMike Tabert ContractingPacific Truck and EquipmentSchippers Creek Contracting Ltd

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SILVER SPONSORFinks Sawmills Ltd.Mark’s Work Wearhouse Morice Forest Salvage SocietyNorthern IndustriesRon GrootSummit ReforestationTriantha Ent. Ltd.

BRONZE SPONSORAqua North Plumbing Ltd.Big Smiles Kids StoreLocal Supply Co.Morice Forest Salvage SocietyNapa Auto Parts – HoustonNorthwest Fuels LtdRandy’s Image DesignRe/Max - HoustonSAP TransportSmithers Feed StoreSmithers Lumber YardSmithers Sausage FactoryWillow Grove Golf Course

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DiviSiOn S: LOGGeRS’ SPORtSWelcome to all our new competitors and welcome back to those that came last year! The 2017 BVX Loggers’ Sports is an affiliated event with the Canadian Loggers Sports Association and will be holding six Canadian Championship events. There is also a new event being held at the 2017 show, which is called Underhand Chop. Underhand Chop is known to be a crowd pleasing event where contestants chop a 12” log between their feet with an eight pound axe! For chainsaw and chopping events previous experience with equipment is required.The main events will be held on Saturday, August 26th 2017. There will be demonstration events and three fun events to kick start the Loggers’ competition Please feel welcome to swing by the site on Friday, August 25th 2017 from 12-5pm to practice, view or compete in the festivities!Contact: Lars Hobenshield (lars_hob@hotmail.com)Division Website: (Facebook site name “BVX Loggers’ Sports”)Main Judge / Announcer: Karl Bischoff and Kat SpencerPrize Money: Novice and Intermediate Championship events: 1st $200, 2nd $120, 3rd $80, 4th $60, 5th $40Open and Ladies Championship events: 1st $300, 2nd $120, 3rd $80, 4th $60, 5th $40Men’s and Ladies open events: 1st $200, 2nd $120, 3rd $80, 4th $60, 5th $40Kids’ events: 1st $80, 2nd $60, 3rd $30, 4th $20, 5th $10Friday events: 1st $20, 2nd $10, 3rd $5

Entry Fee: $5/eventEntry Deadline: August 19, 2017Pre-Registration is required for the main events on Saturday the 26th, no pre-registration required for the Friday 25th events. You can register online, by mail or in person at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition office. Registration for the Loggers’ Sports events will close on Saturday, August 19, 2017.Rules and information: Wood used for chainsaw event will be hybrid white spruce; wood for crosscut events will be western white pine. Trembling aspen will be used for chopping. CANLOG rules are in effect canlog.com.Which events can I enter?Kids’ events are open to kids (future loggers?) aged 3-6 or 5-12. Adult competitors are eligible for any of the appropriate Men’s, Ladies or Mixed open events. These events are not limited to veteran competitors, though for safety reasons you should have previous experience before entering chainsaw or chopping competitions. Friday Fun Events are open to all – if you’ve never tried Loggers’ Sports, this is your chance to check it out and see! For Canadian Championship events, the Novice Championship class is for new competitors who haven’t won this Novice Championship event more than twice anywhere in Canada. If you have won 3 or more Novice Championship events, you move up to Intermediate Championship and then to Open Championship Events. So if you’re a local guy or gal

who doesn’t compete nationally, you might have a lot of fun and a chance of winning with the Novice or even Intermediate Championship events. In the Open Championship, the competition will be a tad stiffer!Loggers’ Sports office opens at 9:00am on August 26th 2017 and the main competition begins at 10:00am with Kids’ Loggers sports, followed by Adult Novice, Intermediate, Ladies and Open events. Events Schedule will be posted at the Loggers’ Sports site. Competitors are encouraged to bring their own equipment. Loaner equipment will be available if needed but please do not rely on loaner equipment. Please bring bucking pants and steel-toed footwear for chainsaw events.CanLog memberships are required for the Men’s, Mixed and Ladies’ Loggers’ Sports Events. They will be available for purchase Friday, August 25th 12-5pm and Saturday August 26th 9-10am.

F1: Friday Fun eventsLate entries until 2pm, Fun Events start at 3pm.001 Axe Throw002 Dot Split003 Double Buck

SATURDAY EVENTS:S1: mens’ Adult events101 Choker Race – (Novice Canadian

Championship) 102 Stock Saw – (Intermediate Canadian

Championship)103 Obstacle Pole Buck – (Open Canadian

Championship)104 Hotsaw (140CC Max)105 Stock Saw106 Underhand Chop107 Birling108 Axe Throw109 Single Cross Cut

S2: mixed events201 Jack and Jill (Open Canadian Champions)

S3: Ladies events301 Birling – (Ladies Canadian Championship)302 Underhand Chop – (Ladies Canadian

Championship)303 Axe Throw 304 Double Cross Cut305 Choker Race

S4: Kids’ events (age 3-6)401 Sawdust Goodie Bag Dig (no entry fee/

limited to 30 spots)

S5: Kids’ events (age 5-12)501 Nail Drive502 Choker Race–with a rope503 Swede Saw

Order of ShowSaturday, August 26th at the Loggers’ Sports Area:

10:00-10:15am: Competitors, judges and volunteers meeting. 10:15-11:15am: Kids’ Events (Division S4)followed by Kids’ Events (Division S5) 11:30am-5:00pm: Men’s, Mixed and Ladies open and Championship events (Division S1, S2, S3)

Times and events are subject to change and will be posted at the Loggers’ Sports Area on Saturday, August 26.

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DiviSiOn B: SPeCiAL COmPetitiOnSB1: Looking Back in timeLocation: Lisbeth Johnstone HallEntry Fee: $2Entry Form: Please use General Entry FormDeadline for entry forms is August 5, 2017.Prize Money: 1st $8; 2nd $6; 3rd $4 Ribbons for 1st to 3rd 01 Milk Cans - Original02 Milk Cans - decorated03 Milk JarsNote: The milk jars entries will be displayed in a locked showcase for their safetyB2: 2017 BC Association of Agricultural Fairs & exhibitionsENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017MEMBER’S CHOICE CATEGORIESThe BCAAFE will award an additional $50 cheque to the exhibitor of the winning entry, together with a beautiful plaque at the BCAAFE Convention & AGM. Winner will be chosen by delegates at the convention. Winning entries in local competition must be available for the BC Fairs Conference in October 19-21, 2017, for Provincial Competition. BV Fair will transport the entry if it is available. Entry Fee: $2 Prize Money: 1st $30, 2nd $20, 3rd $1001 BCAAFE Member’s Choice Category #1 Arts & Crafts: Open To All Ages. DECORATIVE MASON JAR – Quart sizeDecorate a quart size mason jar on the “inside” with the color theme of red and white. The jar must have a lid. Contents are optional.02 BCAAFE Member’s Choice Category #2 Arts & Crafts – Open to Children (12 years

and under) MUG RUG (maximum 4”x7”)Theme: Canada’s 150th AnniversaryCreate one mug rug using any materials desired. 03 BCAAFE Member’s Choice Category #3Photography in Sepia – Open to all agesTheme: Heritage Barns in BCCreate a montage using 3 photos (each 5” x 7”) mounted on a 6” x 8” black backing board and connected using any style of recycled material for display. Photographs cannot be altered beyond standard optimization. Unmounted photographs will not be accepted. B3: Scarecrow Contest“Party Till The Cows Come Home”Entry fee: $2Prize Money: 1st $40; 2nd $20; 3rd $15ENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017 Use General Entry Forms. Exhibits will be accepted 10am-4pm August 23, 2017. Please reclaim your entry on Sunday, August 27th after 4 pm. 01 Adult (16 & up) 02 Youth (15 and under)Sponsored by Prestige Hudson Bay LodgeB4: Business Competitions sponsored by BvAiAENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday August 19, 2017Use General Entry Forms001 Store Decorating Entry Fee: Free Prize: 1st Place Plaque and PrizesUse Store Decorating Entry FormShow your community spirit and decorate your store with this year’s BV Exhibition Theme – “Party

Till The Cows Come Home”. Stores will be judged on use of theme and creativity. Judging will be on Wednesday before the parade.B5: Bv exhibition theme Competitions sponsored by BvAiAOpen to all artistic mediums – sculpture, painting, sewing, paper mache, sketching etc. Use your creativity and talent to showcase this year’s theme. Items will be judged on theme messaging and creativity.“Party Till The Cows Come Home at the 98th BVX!”ENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday August 5, 2017Use General Entry FormsExhibits will be accepted Friday, August 18th, 5 – 9 pm; Saturday, August 19th, 10 am – 2 pm. Please reclaim your entry on Sunday, August 27th after 4 pm. 001 Indoor Theme display Entry fee: $2.00Prize Money: 1st $50, 2nd $30, 3rd $20Items cannot be larger than 3’x3’ and may be displayed throughout the exhibition grounds (indoor locations only).B6: Bv exhibition mural Competitions sponsored by BvAiA “Celebrating 150 Years Canada”ENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017Use General Entry FormsExhibits will be accepted Friday, August 18th, 5–9 pm; Saturday, August 19th, 10 am–2 pm. Please reclaim your entry on Sunday, August 27th after 4 pm. 001 Canada’s 150th Year Celebration Themed MuralItems will be judged on theme messaging and creativity.Entry fee: $2.00Prize Money: 1st $50, 2nd $30, 3rd $20B7: maple Leaf Board Art sponsored by BvAiAENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017 Use General Entry FormsPickup a ready to paint 2’ x 2’ sized Maple Leaf cut-out from BVX office any time after July 1st. Paint the Maple Leaf in celebration of Canada 150 or your choice! Finished Boards will be accepted Friday, August 18th, 5–9 pm; Saturday, August 19th, 10 am–2 pm.001 Maple Leaf - Painted 1 sideBVX reserves the right to keep the Maple Leaf Boards for future decorations during Fair time.Entry fee: $10.00Prize Money: 1st $50, 2nd $30, 3rd $20, 4th $10B8: BvX Horseshoe Art sponsored by BvAiAENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017Use General Entry FormsHorseshoes must make up at least 80% of the artwork, must be original work by entrant. Exhibits will be accepted Friday, Aug. 18, 5–9 pm; Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 am–2 pm. Please reclaim your entry on Sunday, August 27th after 4 pm.001 Horseshoe Art – under 5 lbs002 Horseshoe Art – 6-25 lbs003 Horseshoe Art – over 25 lbs.Entry fee: $5.00Prize Money: 1st $30, 2nd $20, 3rd $10B9: Adult Lego Contest Art sponsored by Apex Cleaning ServicesENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017Use General Entry Forms001 Adult Lego, max size base is 12”x12”, max height 24”Exhibits will be accepted Friday, Aug. 18, 5–9 pm; Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 am–2 pm. Please reclaim your entry on Sunday, August 27th after 4 pm.Prize Money: 1st $20, 2nd $10, 3rd $5B10: Canada 150 Quilted Logo sponsored by BvAiAENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, August 5, 2017Use General Entry Forms

HALL DiviSiOn RULeS1. An Exhibitor’s Pass may be purchased with

a minimum of 5 entries in Divisions B, E, F, G, J, K, L, Q & T.

2. Note: New Hall entry form deadline is August 5, 2017. Exception: Division E (Vegetables & Flowers) – Saturday, August 19, 2017. Entry forms may be dropped off at the office or at the BV Fair Booth at the Farmer’s Market. Payment must accompany entry form.

3. All exhibits in Divisions E, F, G, J, K, L, Q and T must have been completed, or grown by the exhibitor in the past 12 months, unless article has not previously been entered for competition at this fair.

4. Only one entry in each class (Divisions E, F, G, J, K, L, Q and T) by each exhibitor will be allowed.

5. If only one (1) entry in a class, no 1st place will be awarded unless the item is deemed of exceptional quality.

6. Judges decisions will be final.7. Basis for awarding most points (Divisions E,

F, G, J, K, L, Q and T): three points for first, two points for second and one point for third, where applicable. Director’s decision will be final.

8. Exhibits for Divisions B, E, F, G, J, K, Q, T1, T2, T3, T7, T9 (except quilts) and V will be accepted between 10 am and 4 pm, Wednesday, August 23rd. Exhibits will not be accepted after 4 pm.

9. Exhibits for Divisions L (Arts and Photography) and NEW- Quilts T4, T5, T6, T9 (classes 10-11) will be accepted ONLY at the following times: August 18th between 5 pm and 9 pm and August 19th between 10 am and 2 pm. – NO EXCEPTIONS. This will aid in a more efficient display of exhibits; to allow for proper hanging.

10. No exhibits will be released unless exhibitor number is presented. The number of exhibitors allowed in the hall at one time may be restricted by the Association to ensure safe removal of exhibits.

11. The office will be open Monday-Thursday following the fair from 10 am to 4 pm. Exhibits must be picked up by the Thursday of the week following the fair.

12. Cash pay outs will be made for winnings under $10. All other prize money will be mailed within 45 days of the final day of the fair.

13. On site prize payout may be made available at the discretion of the Exhibition. Notices will be posted.

14. A “FOR SALE” sign, 2”x3”, may be left with the Hall Committee to be attached to articles AFTER judging has been completed.

15. Hall Tags for entries will be available for pickup on August 18th at the BVX office during the day and at the Hall during the drop-off times listed above.

BDivision B / Hall Division Rules

001 Any quilted article that incorporates the Canadian 150 Birthday Logo or pattern. The pattern can be found at www.bvfair.ca/prizebook/canada-150-special-classes-at-the-bvx or at the BVX office. Patterns will also available at Fabrications and Creative Stitches.

Exhibits will be accepted Friday, August 18, 5–9 pm; Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 am–2 pm. Please reclaim your entry on Sunday, August 27th after 4 pm. Prize Money: 1st $20, 2nd $10, 3rd $5

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DiviSiOn P: HiGH meRit AWARDS1-001 Bill Kidd Memorial TrophyPerpetual Trophy And Keeper Donated by Bulkley Valley Exhibition, $25 Certificate donated by Smithers Feed Store. // 2016 Winner – Stronks Family, Telkwa, BC

This High Merit Award will be awarded to the family accumulating the most points in Division A and relevant classes in Divisions E & F.Points will be awarded for the following placings: 1st (5 pts), 2nd (4 pts), 3rd (3 pts), 4th (2 pts), 5th (1 pt) and tallied for the entire family for all of Division A, E6 (Grains and Forage), and F4 classes 79, 80, and 81 (eggs). However, only a single point will be awarded for uncontested classes (i.e. only a single entry).

1-002 First Presidents’ Memorial TrophyPerpetual trophy and keeper donated by the Kilpatrick Family in memory of Allen Kilpatrick, first President of the Bulkley Valley Exhibition. $25 cash – Jean Maskiewich // 2016 Winner – Werk Family, Smithers, BCThis High Merit Award will be awarded to the family accumulating the most points in Divisions E, F, G, J, K, L, Q and T.

LAURIE STOREY

MEMORIAL TROPHY

In memory of Laurie Storey and Charlie Houlden.

The Laurie Storey Memorial Trophy, donated by the Bob Storey Family, is presented to the best overall teamster at the conclusion of the pull on Sunday.Judging will be done by the judge and ring steward during the whole weekend. They will be looking for, but not limited to, the following: animal care, willingness

to help others, presentation in the ring and overall attitude. The trophy is not restricted to any one age group.POTLUCKThere will be a potluck supper for the Draft Horse Exhibitors on Sunday after the pull.

NDiviSiOn n: KiDS’ DOG SHOWOpen to all children aged 12 years and under.Entry fee: 50¢ Use General Entry FormEntry Deadline: August 19, 2017Prize money: 1st $2.50; 2nd $1.50; 3rd $1 Ribbons and Prizes to all entries. Prize money, Prizes and ribbons sponsored by G. Ronald Toews, Smithers Feed Store, Kelly Jones; Investor Group Lychak Brothers Trucking.Show Time: Sunday, August 27th, 2 pm in the Kids Zone

RULES:The dog(s) entered must be the family property of the entrant. Children must be capable of controlling their dog. Do not bring any female dog on the fairgrounds if she is in any stage of heat.No dogs under 6 months of age (for health reasons).All dogs on the grounds must display a fair-issued permit and be on a leash at all times. Any uncontrolled dogs will be removed. This policy adheres with the Town of Smithers Dog Leash Bylaw and will be strictly enforced.

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01 Best dressed dog-handlers aged 1–6 years02 Best dressed dog-handlers aged 7–12 years03 Biggest dog04 Smallest dog05 Longest tail (not eligible from class 03)06 Shortest tail (not eligible from class 04)07 Curliest tail08 Longest ears09 Best Trick-handlers aged 1–6 years10 Best Trick-handlers aged 7–12 years11 Most unusual dog12 Longest nose